Sonia is a Program Manager for the JFS Refugee Integration & Support Effort (RISE) program. Sonia graduated from Delaware State University with degrees in French and Political Science.

Sonia brings 19 years of case management experience to JFS, providing information dissemination and referral, intake and screening, needs assessment, and consensus development of family service plans.

Sonia has been married for 11 years and is a proud mother of five children – two sons and three daughters. Supporting her children’s growth and success is one of her proudest and greatest joys.

Why JFS?

“Originally from Haiti, I earned my degree from Delaware State University. As an immigrant myself, I love helping those that are in need and at JFS it makes me feel at home by working to help shape those that are in need, especially immigrants and refugees. I am very compassionate in my work and understand cultural differences. My personal journey has shaped my deep compassion for the people I serve and a commitment to creating meaningful, lasting change.”

What is one fun fact about you?

“I love working with languages. I am fluent in French and Haitian Creole, and have experience translating official documents.”